1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Fairlady is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Daytona | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Daytona | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |